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Taking the train from Gießen to Breda in 5 hours 12 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Gießen to Breda? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 6 hours 19 minutes to travel the 183 miles (294 km) from Gießen to Breda by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 12 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 42 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from Gießen to Breda are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to Breda? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Gießen to Breda by train

First train

00:33

Last train

21:16

Departure station

Gießen

Arrival station

Breda

Journey time

From 5h 12m

Distance

183 miles (294 km)

Frequency

42 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

FAQs about the train journey from Gießen to Breda

Want to know more about your journey from Gießen to Breda? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do I travel from Gießen to Breda?

You can get from Gießen to Breda by train in 6 hours and 19 minutes on average, with the fastest journeys taking just 5 hours and 12 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details.

How long does the train from Gießen to Breda take?

The average journey time by train between Gießen and Breda is 6 hours and 19 minutes, with around 42 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Gießen and Breda by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Gießen to Breda is 5 hours and 12 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Gießen to Breda?

No, there are no direct train services from Gießen to Breda. Travelling from Gießen to Breda by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

Gießen to Breda train times

Check out the next trains departing from Gießen to Breda for Tuesday 24th June 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
10:2216:185h 56m, 2 changes
10:5416:215h 27m, 4 changes
11:2417:075h 43m, 3 changes
11:2417:105h 46m, 2 changes
11:5517:215h 26m, 4 changes
12:2218:185h 56m, 2 changes
12:5418:215h 27m, 4 changes
13:2419:105h 46m, 2 changes
13:5519:215h 26m, 5 changes
13:5520:406h 45m, 3 changes

Cheap train tickets from Gießen to Breda

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Gießen to Breda by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

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